A small town located 150 km from Mombasa City and 15 km from Malindi town, its heritage dates back to the 13th century. Once an outpost of Gedi, now Watamu is an ideal tourist destination and fishing. Watamu is situated on a small peninsula within the curve of Mida Creek and is surrounded by small coves, bays and broad lagoons. The coastline is fringed with coral reef keeping the waters calm and crystal clear
Watamu is blessed by long, white sand beaches and protected natural reserves home to unique species both above and below the surface of the Indian Ocean, from coral reefs to coastal creeks to forests alive with birds.
Watamu is blessed by long, white sand beaches and protected natural reserves home to unique species both above and below the surface of the Indian Ocean, from coral reefs to coastal creeks to forests alive with birds.
Watamu is the perfect place to kick back, chill out and relax. But that doesn’t mean that there is nothing to do. There is so much to see and do in and around and Watamu that you will be spoilt for choice. With pristine beaches as far as the eye can see and crystal clear waters above an underwater world of wonders you can snorkel, dive, kite, SUP and more. Watamu is a famous fishing centre that promotes tag and release fishing of spectacular game fish. Beyond the beach you’ll find the peaceful tropical forests of Arabuko Sokoke, have encounters with reptiles at Bio-Ken or explore the mysterious ruins of Gedi. There are restaurants, local handicrafts and culture all waiting to be discovered.
